Direct Support Professional

Sevita; New Sewickley Township (PA); On-site; USD 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Full benefits package

Job security

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A community-based health service organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Caregiver in New Sewickley Township, PA. The role offers a pay rate of $17/hour with full-time overnight shifts available. Key responsibilities include helping individuals with developmental goals and personal hygiene and developing meaningful relationships. Benefits include paid training, time off, and a supportive work network. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and possesses strong communication skills. Apply today for a fulfilling career.

Qualifications

• Preferred but not required: six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination.
• Some sites require prior IDD behavioral care experience.
• Relevant skills include communication, multi-tasking, and active listening.

Responsibilities

• Help people grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop meaningful relationships with participants.
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting and exercise.
• Assist with personal hygiene and behavioral challenges.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Active Listening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL / CAREGIVER

Location: New Kensington, PA
Pay Rate: $17/hour

Full Time Overnight shift Available (11pm-7am)

On Demand Pay Available / Paid Training

THRIVE AS A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition

You’ll assist people with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. If you’re compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita.

EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER

• Competitive Pay: Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for employees full time, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
• Full compensation/benefits for full-time me employees
• Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
• Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company
• Learning and Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career
• NO CHHA Certification required

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SEVITA

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred but not required
• Experience: Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred but not required
• Some sites require prior IDD behavioral care experience
• Skills: Communication, Multi-tasking, Active Listening
• Behaviors: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Vehicle: Valid Standard Driver's license with 1+ years driving experience

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.